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Cooling Seats issue and TSB feedback
10-20-2015, 11:49 AM
#2581
Senior Member
It seems clear to me after digesting this whole crazy seat issue, that Ford needs to do a total recall on both front seats and replace them with new working models. I'm standing down on getting this TSB done until Ford steps up and delivers a proper fix. I'm starting to hold my breath....now! 
10-20-2015, 01:55 PM
#2582
Senior Member
It seems clear to me after digesting this whole crazy seat issue, that Ford needs to do a total recall on both front seats and replace them with new working models. I'm standing down on getting this TSB done until Ford steps up and delivers a proper fix. I'm starting to hold my breath....now!
10-20-2015, 02:01 PM
#2583
Senior Member
Well I had a 45 minute drive yesterday. The truck sat in the sun all day and with the black seats they were warm. Outside temp was around 80F.
I put the seat on 3 bar cool right away and after 45 minutes my seat was a cool 92.8F
. TSB has been installed. I have escalated this to the best of my abilities. I will keep you guys in the loop...
Attachment 398434
I put the seat on 3 bar cool right away and after 45 minutes my seat was a cool 92.8F
. TSB has been installed. I have escalated this to the best of my abilities. I will keep you guys in the loop...Attachment 398434
10-20-2015, 06:38 PM
#2584
Had my fix performed yesterday and picked up my truck in a giant hurry this morning. It's cool out, but I did feel some air from seat back. BUT, the PROBLEM is they sliced the back of my seat. Two separate 1.5" gashes. I guess the technician was hoping I wouldn't notice, I don't know, but that's not a great way to do business. Have a call into my Service rep now, so we'll see how this goes.
10-20-2015, 06:44 PM
#2585
Seat cuts - what a mess
Seems like they have been inadvertently cutting a lot of seats...that can't be cheap. As I sit here waiting for a return phone call, from either he or the manager over there, I'm starting to simmer over the fact they would try and hide this. Zero chance I wouldn't notice, because I'm a freak when it comes to vehicle care...I used to be a processional car detailing company, so I can't help myself. I sure hope they are able to put a new seat cover on as good as new. Sheez, what a mess this is for Ford.
10-20-2015, 07:25 PM
#2586
Had my fix performed yesterday and picked up my truck in a giant hurry this morning. It's cool out, but I did feel some air from seat back. BUT, the PROBLEM is they sliced the back of my seat. Two separate 1.5" gashes. I guess the technician was hoping I wouldn't notice, I don't know, but that's not a great way to do business. Have a call into my Service rep now, so we'll see how this goes.
10-20-2015, 07:26 PM
#2587
Whew...
Good news. The service manager didn't even fight me...they said they'll fix it.
Seems like they have been inadvertently cutting a lot of seats...that can't be cheap. As I sit here waiting for a return phone call, from either he or the manager over there, I'm starting to simmer over the fact they would try and hide this. Zero chance I wouldn't notice, because I'm a freak when it comes to vehicle care...I used to be a processional car detailing company, so I can't help myself. I sure hope they are able to put a new seat cover on as good as new. Sheez, what a mess this is for Ford.
10-20-2015, 08:06 PM
#2589
Ok guys here is the nitty gritty of the TSB fix.
I borrowed a data logger from work tonight and on the ride home which is a 45 min drive I logged the temp between my back and the seat. The sensor can be seen taped to the seat.
Just trying to be brutally honest and use the tools I have.
I borrowed a data logger from work tonight and on the ride home which is a 45 min drive I logged the temp between my back and the seat. The sensor can be seen taped to the seat.
Just trying to be brutally honest and use the tools I have.
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10-20-2015, 08:18 PM
#2590
I feel for everyone, I would be pissed to. Ford did design the seats to be lighter I'm sure, but at a cost. I have a 2012 and would love to see a seat design like this in the new f150s. Ford should redesign these seats and take care of everyone with this issue. Keep on the ford customer service reps on the site and your local dealerships.